The Swiss Lake Loop – From Grindelwald to Lucerne & Interlaken

Your TripTransfer chauffeur will meet you in Grindelwald, where the day begins surrounded by the towering Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau peaks. As the car glides out of the valley, the scenery opens into one of Switzerland’s most cinematic landscapes — a symphony of emerald fields, glaciers in the distance and deep-blue lakes reflecting the morning light.

The first stop is the peaceful lakeside village of Iseltwald, a place that perfectly captures the calm beauty of Lake Brienz. Once a quiet fishing hamlet, it gained worldwide fame as a filming location for Crash Landing on You. Standing at the wooden pier, you’ll see the turquoise waters shifting colors as the light moves — one of the most photographed scenes in all of Switzerland.

From here, the road climbs toward Lucerne, a jewel of Central Switzerland and one of the country’s oldest trading towns. Founded more than 800 years ago, Lucerne became the heart of the Swiss Confederation. Its Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) and Water Tower, dating from the 14th century, are among the most iconic landmarks in Europe. Wander through the Old Town, where every building tells a story through its painted facades. Visit the Lion Monument, carved into rock to honor the Swiss Guards who fell during the French Revolution, or take a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne, following the same waters that inspired writers like Mark Twain and composers like Richard Wagner. This city, framed by the Pilatus and Rigi mountains, feels like stepping into a living painting.

Leaving Lucerne, the route winds through green valleys and alpine tunnels until you reach Lake Lungern, one of Switzerland’s hidden gems. The lake sits in a deep glacial basin at 700 meters above sea level and its water changes from turquoise to deep blue depending on the season. The viewpoint above Lungern offers one of the most photographed panoramas in Switzerland — a sweeping vista of the lake, forest and distant mountains that looks straight out of a fairy tale. Here you can pause for photos or a short walk by the shore before continuing your journey.

Your next stop, Brienz, is known as the Village of Woodcarvers. For over 150 years, local artisans have carved intricate sculptures and furniture, keeping alive one of Switzerland’s oldest crafts. Take a stroll along the promenade, where flower-decked chalets line the waterfront and look across Lake Brienz to the Rothorn range.

The final destination of the day is Interlaken, nestled between the twin lakes of Thun and Brienz. This town has attracted adventurers and travelers since the 19th century, when English explorers came seeking the Alps. You can explore Höheweg Avenue, lined with boutiques and cafés, or enjoy the best view of the region by ascending Harder Kulm, a short funicular ride that reveals the entire valley framed by glaciers and lakes. Interlaken perfectly blends alpine serenity with cosmopolitan charm — a fitting finale before your return to Grindelwald.

As the car winds back through the Bernese Oberland, you’ll watch the golden light fade across the lakes, reflecting the peaks of the Jungfrau region. This route isn’t just a transfer — it’s a panoramic voyage through Switzerland’s soul: history, mountains and mirror-blue waters connected in one extraordinary day.